Bobby Flay Spaghetti And Meatballs Recipe
The Bobby Flay Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe is a classic comfort food favorite.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil chopped (for garnish)
For the Pasta:
- 1 pound spaghetti
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) for baking meatballs if using oven method.
Make the Meatball Mixture
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, pepper and oregano. Mix gently.
Shape the Meatballs
- Form mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs. Place them on a lightly greased baking sheet or prepare for pan-frying.
Cook the Meatballs
- Pan-fry meatballs in olive oil over medium heat until browned on all sides, or bake for 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
Prepare the Sauce
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, sugar, oregano, salt and pepper. Simmer sauce for 15–20 minutes.
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
- Add cooked meatballs into the sauce. Simmer 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Cook Spaghetti
- Boil spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and keep warm.
Serve the Dish
- Plate spaghetti and top with meatballs and sauce. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan and chopped basil.
Enjoy Your Meal
- Serve immediately with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete dinner experience.
Notes
- Use a mix of beef and pork for juicier meatballs.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for heat.
- Substitute spaghetti with zoodles or gluten-free pasta if preferred.
- Bake meatballs instead of pan-frying for a lighter version.
- Simmer sauce slowly for richer flavor.
- Add fresh mozzarella cubes inside meatballs for a cheesy surprise.